Assessment RN-Intake
Company: Loma Linda University Health
Location: Loma Linda
Posted on: November 25, 2022
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Job Description:
Behavioral Medicine Center: Intake (Full Time, Day Shift) -
Our mission is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of
Jesus Christ. Our core values are compassion, excellence, humility,
integrity, justice, teamwork and wholeness.
The Intake Assessment Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for
clinical evaluation and disposition of all patients referred to the
Loma Linda University Behavioral Medicine Center. Coordinates
contact with the appropriate clinical, hospital and community
resources. Coordinates with clinicians and hospital staff to
facilitate hospital admissions according to appropriate department
guidelines and criteria. Performs other duties as needed.
Associate`s Degree in Nursing required. Minimum of one year of
experience in Medical/Surgery required; and, as applicable: (1)
Minimum one year of experience in age group preferred. (2) Minimum
one year of experience in acute psychiatric of age group preferred.
(3) Minimum one year of experience in chemical dependency/detox
preferred. (4) Minimum one year of experience in psychiatric intake
preferred. Current and unrestricted California Registered Nurse
(RN) license required. Prevention and Management of Assaultive
Behavior (PMAB) certification required within first thirty (30)
days of hire; and, as applicable: (1) Psychiatric nursing or
clinical specialist certification preferred. (2) Chemical
dependency nursing certification or specialist preferred. Current
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. 5150 certification
preferred.
Basic clinical skills in delivery of nursing care in acute care
facility. Ability to speak clearly in person and over the phone;
ability to write clearly and concisely; ability to listen well and
interact appropriately with other employees and outside agencies;
ability to input data into computer; good eye-hand coordination.
Ability to develop positive therapeutic interactions with patient,
patient families, co-workers, supervisors, medical staff and
outside agencies; maintains calm demeanor in crisis situations;
communicates clearly and effectively. Ability to maintain
confidentiality. Ability to assess patients' conditions, interpret
care plan, comprehend appropriate interventions, evaluate patient
response to care, teach patients and families; requires higher
level mental faculties accompanied by short and long-term memory;
ability to concentrate on several assignments simultaneously;
ability to organize and prioritize; ability to work with limited
supervision; ability to execute duties in an efficient manner with
attention to detail; ability to receive and accurately carry out
instructions. Demonstrates an understanding of patient rights and
the hospital policy and philosophy of care of the patient requiring
restraint and or seclusion. Has a good working knowledge of
Insurance and Managed Care criteria. Has a thorough knowledge of
BMC and department admission criteria and the ability to screen and
prioritize patients according to clinical needs. Demonstrates the
ability to complete an assessment within 45 minutes using the
nursing process of therapeutic communication and interviewing
skills and clinical assessment with the patient and their family,
if available, while using an empathetic and caring approach.
Knowledge of psychotropic medications. Knowledge of appropriate age
group(s). Excellent knowledge of English usage and grammar.
Additional Information
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